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Appacipro is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Appacipro have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Appacipro depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Appacipro have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Appacipro go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Appacipro's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Appacipro related warnings talks about Appacipro's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Appacipro is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Appacipro contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Appacipro with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Appacipro is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Appacipro is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Appacipro safe for pregnant women?
Appacipro can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Appacipro right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Appacipro safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Appacipro. Immediately discontinue Appacipro if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Appacipro on the Kidneys?
Appacipro has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Appacipro on the Liver?
Appacipro is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Appacipro on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Appacipro on the heart have been reported.
Appacipro should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Appacipro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Appacipro habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Appacipro can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Appacipro as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Appacipro only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Appacipro for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Appacipro
The side effects of taking Appacipro with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Appacipro
Consuming Appacipro with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Appacipro can be taken with dextromethorphan. There are no known interactions between them. However, if you are experiencing any side effects after taking these two medicines to inform your doctor.
Discontinuing Appacipro on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Appacipro is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity and duration. However, few known side effects are observed such as dizziness, fainting, swelling, tenderness, joint problems. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Appacipro can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.
Appacipro is a brand name for ciprofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infections.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cipro® (ciprofloxacin hydrochloride)
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